Jigsaw Puzzle : Electric kettle connected to the ceiling light 1902

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Electric kettle connected to the ceiling light 1902

Two victorian couples seated at the dining room table with a hot cup of tea, from a kettle connected to the ceiling light.
1902

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 23042202

© Mary Evans Picture Library

Apparatus Ceiling Chandelier Cigar Circuit Connected Connection Dining Electric Electricity Household Kettle Lamp Lamps Lighter Lights Platinum Supplied Wire Wires 1902

Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)

Step into the captivating world of the past with Media Storehouse's vintage jigsaw puzzles. Our latest addition to the collection features an intriguing image from Mary Evans Picture Library - "Electric kettle connected to the ceiling light, 1902." This intriguing puzzle piece depicts two Victorian couples enjoying a hot cup of tea at a dining table. The unusual sight of an electric kettle suspended from the ceiling light adds an element of surprise and delight. Assemble this puzzle to bring the charm of yesteryears into your home and create a memorable experience for the whole family. Let the puzzle pieces transport you back in time and ignite your imagination.

400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots

Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion

Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing photograph, taken in 1902, captures a unique moment in the history of domestic electricity use. In the cozy Victorian dining room, two elegantly dressed couples sit at a table, engaged in conversation and enjoying a hot cup of tea. But what sets this scene apart is the unconventional source of heat for their tea water. Suspended above them, a ceiling light fixture has been transformed into an electric kettle. The light bulbs have been replaced with heating elements, and wires and insulators can be seen connecting the kettle to a circuit, likely supplied by a plugged-in generator or power source out of frame. This ingenious adaptation of household technology represents the early days of electrical home appliances and the fascination with the newfound convenience and efficiency of electricity. The couples' attire and the ornate chandelier further emphasize the Edwardian era's opulence and sophistication. The presence of a cigar lighter on the table suggests that this was not just an ordinary tea time gathering but a special occasion. This image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and resourcefulness of people in the early 1900s as they embraced the latest technological advancements and integrated them into their daily lives.

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